Iran thanks China
By NSS News Staff | NSS News
đź“Ť QINGDAO | June 27, 2025
🪖 Top Line
Iran’s Defense Minister Aziz Nasirzadeh visited China this week, marking his first reported international trip since Iran’s brief but intense conflict with Israel. He thanked Beijing for its support and called on China to play a greater role in maintaining regional stability.
đź“Ś Key Facts
- Nasirzadeh attended a Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) defense ministers meeting hosted by China.
- He praised Beijing for “understanding and support” and urged continued Chinese involvement in maintaining the Israel-Iran ceasefire.
- China’s defense chief Dong Jun criticized “hegemonic” actions and called for SCO states to safeguard global stability.
- China, a major Iranian energy partner, condemned Israel’s June 13 strike and the subsequent U.S. retaliation.
- Chinese Defense Ministry told CNN it seeks a “constructive role” in Middle East stability, without committing to material support.
🧠Context
China’s hosting of the SCO meeting highlights its ambitions to present a counterweight to Western-led security blocs amid rising U.S.–China strategic tensions.
(Source: CNN)
